Grants & Federal Funding

City agrees to I-59 pavement project with state DOT

State grant funds repair of I-59 roadway in Birmingham. Smoother commute on a major interstate corridor.

Committee Assistant salary ceiling raised to $127,000

City increases pay ceiling for Committee Assistant role, funded from general revenue. Reflects adjustment to compensation framework for city administrative staff.

UAB Right-of-Way agreement amended for construction, operations

City and UAB adjust terms for utility infrastructure on public streets near the university. Affects how university systems (utilities, fiber, or campus connections) operate within city right-of-way.

Council opposes ALDOT's I-20/29 bridge plans; seeks alternate design

City argues ALDOT's current reconstruction plans will harm Birmingham neighborhoods. Council is formally objecting and asking for redesign of the I-20/59 access bridges.

ITEM 14. WITHDRAWN AT THE REQUEST OF THE CITY ATTORNEY A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a License Agreement with REV Birmingham, Inc., under which the City will grant a temporary license to REV Birmingham, Inc. to use a City-owned, vacant bui

City pursues I-459 pavement rehab with state engineering grant

Smoother commute on I-459; preliminary engineering funded by Alabama Department of Transportation sets stage for pavement repairs.

City moves forward on Cotton Avenue widening project

State-funded preliminary engineering for Cotton Avenue widening from 10th Street. Project advances planning for corridor expansion.

WITHDRAWN ITEM 59. A Resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a Funding and Management Agreement with The Sloss Furnaces Foundation, Inc. under which the City of Birmingham will grant The Sloss Furnaces Foundation, Inc. the right to manage all of the pr

City backs Housing Authority's federal CHOICE grant application

Council endorses the Housing Authority's bid for federal funding to improve public housing neighborhoods through mixed-income development and resident services. Potential investment in housing stability and neighborhood revitalization.

City submits disaster recovery grant plan to HUD

Unlocks federal funds for rebuilding after disaster; specifics on funding amount and project focus depend on HUD approval.

City authorizes right-of-way agreement with state for CMAQ-3700 project

This agreement with the Alabama Department of Transportation allows the state to access and use city property for a state-funded transportation project. The specific impacts on residents—such as construction timelines, traffic disruptions, or property access changes—depend on the

City enters construction agreement with State DOT for Project ACAA58363

State transportation funding supports a capital construction project in Birmingham. Agreement details the terms and responsibilities for project execution.

City submits federal disaster-recovery grant application to ADECA

Birmingham seeks Community Development Block Grant funds for disaster recovery. Award could support rebuilding after weather or other emergencies affecting neighborhoods and city services.

Council rescinds 2013 taxi license revocation for Over the Mountain Sedan

Reverses a prior decision that blocked Over the Mountain Sedan from operating as a taxi service in the Irondale area. This restores the company's ability to apply for or renew operation licenses.

Mayor seeks federal grant for 2013 transportation alternatives

City pursuing federal funding for transportation improvements under the FY 2013 program; specific projects and dollar amount depend on grant approval.

Mayor authorized to apply for $400K federal transportation grant

Grant funds could support local transportation projects; award depends on ALDOT approval and would require city matching funds.

Red Mountain Greenway: City signs amendment with state DOT

Supplemental agreement keeps state transportation grant funding flowing for the Red Mountain Greenway recreation project. No dollar amount listed, but amendment likely adjusts project terms or timeline.

City accepts 2013 Edward Byrne Justice grant with Sheriff

Federal grant funds law-enforcement programs serving Birmingham and Jefferson County. Grant amount and specific programs not disclosed in this item.

Council rescinds limousine license for Over the Mountain Sedan

Over the Mountain Sedan LLC loses its three certificates to operate a limousine service in Irondale. This revokes operating authority granted in 2012.

State grant funds debris removal from Pratt Highway, Daniel Payne Drive

Clears overgrown right-of-way along two key corridors, improving safety and visibility for drivers and pedestrians. Funded entirely by Alabama Department of Transportation grant at no city cost.